Mold Prevention

Removing mold problems requires a series of actions. The order of these actions is sometimes important, but might vary on a case-by-case basis. Typically, the following actions are taken regardless of whether a problem is small and simple or large and complex:

• Take emergency action to stop water intrusion,
• Determine the extent of water damage and mold contamination.
• Plan and implement remediation activities.
  — If needed, establish containment and protection for workers and occupants.
  — Eliminate or limit water or moisture sources.
  — Decontaminate or remove damaged materials, as appropriate.
  — Dry any wet materials, if possible. .
  — Prevent or limit possibility of recurrence by controlling sources of moisture.
  
  

                         The Introduction of Paperless Drywall

  Mold resistant drywall is one of the better innovations in the often moribund world of drywall technology. Instead of the traditional paper facing for the inner slabs of gypsum, fiberglass mat is substituted. The main benefit of mold resistant drywall is that moisture doesn’t have the chance to feed on the organic materials which comprise paper-backed drywall. The greatest asset of this type of drywall is its mold-resistant qualities. In addition to the fiberglass being moisture resistant, the gypsum core is also water resistant. There have been numerous problems with mold and mildew in homes in the past decade, and paperless drywall was developed to help prevent the spread of mold.

  Paperless drywall can be used in any location that you would use standard drywall and can be finished with the same techniques. It works especially well in bathrooms, basements, and any other rooms with higher moisture content.